ESSENTIALS
DATES December 21, 2008-January 3, 2009
FLY DATES
  Depart USA to Johannesburg Depart Johannesburg to USA
All departures 12/21 (arrive 12/22) 1/2 (arrive USA 1/3)

The tour ends in Cape Town on day 12. If you require a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg, Coda can issue this ticket for you (approx. $200). This flight is not included in the tour or the intra-tour flights.
DEPOSIT A deposit of $750 per person is required at the time of registration.
FINAL PAYMENT Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure and is payable by personal check. Credit card charges for final payment are assessed a processing fee.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS No visa for South Africa is required for American/Canadian passport holders. Recent new rules at South Africa's airports also require that anyone traveling to South Africa must have two consecutive blank pages in their passport which lie side by side when the passport is open (i.e. a left and a right hand page). U.S. citizens who need to add extra pages to their passport should go to the following website, www.travel.state.gov/extra pages Here you will find instructions on how to add extra pages to your passport. Passengers traveling to South Africa with passports that do not comply with these requirements will either be stopped from boarding the aircraft or risk deportation on arrival in South Africa.

SHOTS

 South Africa and Zambia are in a malaria belt and antimalarial phrophylaxis is recommended. Please check with your personal physician before traveling. For further information, visit the Center For Disease Control website.

INT'L AIRFARE

Delta, South African Airways, Iberia Airlines, Air France and British Airways are among airlines that can be used for this trip. We recommend booking at least 7 months in advance if you want to try to use Frequent Flyer Miles for free tickets or upgrades or the American Express Platinum card 2-4-1 program.
MINIMUMS All departures are guaranteed on a minimum of 2 participants. A Coda Tour Manager accompanies the tour on a minimum of 12 participants.
TOUR RATES - 11 luxury hotel nights and 24 meals included.
December 2008 Land Price Intra-Tour Air (3 flights) Total Per Person
Double $6795 $1125 (approx) $7920
Single $9395 $1125 (approx)

$10520
All intra-tour airfares are subject to change until ticketed. These flights are in economy class and are not included in the Tour Rates and must be purchased with the tour.
Single rates can be avoided if you are willing to share. We will be happy to match you with another single traveler who also wishes to share. If no share is available, the single rate will apply.
INCLUDED
Tour rates are per person in U.S. dollars. Most major credit cards are accepted for Tour Deposit. Final payment is payable by personal check. Final payment by credit card is assessed a processing fee.
Tour Rates include accommodations as listed in the itinerary, flights within Botswana, entertainment, special meals, air conditioned, motor coach, van or sedan transportation, sightseeing, luggage handling, admissions, local guides and drivers. Mineral water on safari vehicles.
Arrival and departure transfers are included for those who purchase international air through Coda International Tours. Separate transfer costs will be charged to those who are not ticketed by Coda International Tours. Participants are required to provide Coda Tours with complete international flight details at least 2 weeks prior to the schedule tour departure date.
Most meals are included as indicated in the itinerary. The meal codes are: B=Breakfast; L=Lunch; D=Dinner; R=Cocktail Reception. Participants with specific dietary requirements must inform Coda Tours at least 2 weeks prior to departure. Every effort will be made to accommodate special dietary needs where possible. Most meals taken as a group are pre-ordered. Local cuisine is given preference over Western choices.
NOT INCLUDED
International and intra-tour airfares are not included. Intra-tour flights must be purchased with the tour. Coda Tour will be happy to assist with business, first or coach class airfares . If you are planning to use Frequent Flyer Miles for an upgrade or free ticket, we highly recommend booking your tour at least 7 months prior to departure.
Passport and visa expenses (if required). Please check our Travel Documents requirements for this trip. Always double check that your passport will remain valid for at least 6 months past your return to the U.S.and that you have sufficient empty pages in your passport to accommodate visa and entry/exit stamps. Always carry a copy of your passport packed separately from your travel documents and leave a copy with someone at home.
Trip Cancellation & Interruption Insurance which is highly recommended to protect your travel investment in the unlikelihood you would need to cancel or return home early. We recommend Travel Insured International and will send you an application form with confirmation of your trip. You may check the rates for insurance on their website at www.travelinsured.com. We also recommend insuring any expense for airline tickets issued prior to the determination if a tour is guaranteed to operate. We cannot assume responsibility for losses incurred due to the cancellation of a tour.
Gratuities to porters, waiters and hotel staff are included. Gratuities to local guides & drivers are not included.
Personal Expenses such as phone calls, room service, alcoholic and bar beverages, laundry, airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees (if applicable) and other optional incidental extras are not included and may be significant.
AFTER YOU ARRIVE
WEARING Generally, lightweight, cotton, short-sleeved and long-sleeved shirts, shorts and long pants are sufficient. A light jacket, fleece, or windbreaker, as well as layers of clothing, are suggested for cooler temperatures during early morning game drives. A bandana or cotton scarf will always come in handy.

For the Cape Town, many guests like to dress up, but by all means be comfortable. No jacket and tie are required.

While on safari it is recommended you wear natural earth-colored clothing, such as khakis, tans, browns, and greens, as well as comfortable walking shoes. Bright colors and whites are not advised, and army camouflage uniforms or army hats are forbidden. Blue and black are not suggested, as these colors attract both the sun and Tsetse flies. It is also a good idea to bring a swimsuit, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and lip protection.

Game drives can be dusty, so wear something that can be washed while on safari. Valet service is available at all lodges and hotels.

A personal kit with medication for possible upset stomach, aspirin, and allergy medicine may also be useful. If you are taking prescription drugs, bring a prescription signed by your doctor in case you need an emergency refill while traveling. Insect repellent with DEET is a very important item to include in your kit. Pre-moistened towelettes, antibacterial lotion, and a flashlight will also be useful on your safari.

Pack your medical kit in your carry-on bag along with an extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses and a change of clothes in case of luggage delay.

For viewing wildlife, we recommend you bring a good pair of binoculars and your own photography supplies, such as plenty of film, batteries, a 200mm telephoto lens, lens cap, lens papers, UV filter and, for video-recording, an adequate supply of video cassettes.
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES AVERAGE RAINFALL
    Jo'burg Zambia Cape Town
High Dec
76
86
75
Low Dec
59
66
61
Inches Dec
4.3
6.7
0.7
EATING

Your sojourn to Southern Africa will include an array of impeccably-prepared regional fare. The cuisine in this region is very international in preparation and presentation. Some local specialties are offered. South Africa is well-known for world-class cuisine and wines.
SPENDING

U.S. dollars are can be used in Zambia. You will exchange your dollars in to South African rand in South Africa. Credit cards can be used throughout the trip. Contact your bank in advance of departure to determine whether you will be able to use your ATM or credit card at locations abroad. There are ATM machines available throughout South Africa.
RECHARGING The electric current is 220v, 50Hz, AC. Most devices today are dual voltage but do check if yours happens to NOT be and you will require a converter. Electric Plug Details: South African/Indian-style plug with two circular metal pins above a large circular grounding pin. You can purchase this at the airport in Johannesburg.